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Health and social care secretary Matt Hancock has launched a review into the NHS Health
ukactive has begun a search for two additional members to join its board of directors.
Boutique fitness franchise Spenga has opened two new locations as it looks to ramp up
Fitness franchise Fit Body Boot Camp has revealed that it has more than 200 new
DW Fitness First has launched its new Kit & Collect service, aimed at increasing secondary
Teenagers' 'incessant' use of social media is radically reducing the time they spend sleeping and
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Wattbike has secured a deal to supply more than 30 Bupa Health Clinic sites across
German wellness operator Lanserhof has opened its first UK location at the historic Arts Club
Fitness franchise YourZone45 has concluded a second round of funding, as it prepares to expand
Leisure trust Active Nation has expanded its portfolio of budget gyms with the acquisition of
Thousands of people at risk of Type 2 diabetes will be given digital support –
New research has provided a possible explanation for the perceived decrease in endurance musculature as
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Ten Health and Fitness has opened its ninth studio in an office building in central
The backlash over billionaire Stephen Ross' fundraiser for Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign has overshadowed
Planet Fitness has reported a 29.3 per cent increase in revenue for the first half
Equinox and SoulCycle are facing a significant backlash from members after the Washington Post broke
Retro Fitness has appointed Andrew Alfano – a former senior vice president at coffee house
Franchised fitness giant Anytime Fitness has set out plans to open 25 new clubs in
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
A new initiative looks to deliver innovation in the healthy ageing market as part of
This year's ukactive National Summit will explore plans to shape the future of public health,
Fitness industry veterans Allan and Jonathan Fisher have completed a Series A capital investment deal
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
Bridges Fund Management has completed a deal to buy franchise gym operator, énergie Fitness. The
A new initiative has been launched to encourage more GP practices in the UK take
High-end fitness giant Equinox has ventured into the hotel market with the opening of its
Boom cycle has revealed plans to open its fifth London site this September. Located close
Digital wellness platform Mindbody has announced that actress and entrepreneur Kristen Bell will deliver a
Luxury health club operator The Athletic Club has acquired full-service fitness chain Prairie Life. Prairie
The ukactive board has named Huw Edwards as the not-for-profit body's permanent chief executive. Edwards,
Private equity firm North Castle Partners has taken a stake in at-home fitness and indoor
More Leisure Community Trust (MCLT) will open its first branded health club later this year.
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called on the new Prime Minister, Boris Johnson,
Corporate Fitness Works (CFW) has launched a new fitness club design division, responding to demand
Plans have been submitted for a new leisure centre as part of the wider regeneration
Germany-based LifeFit Group has added regional operator Smile X to its growing portfolio of fitness
The government will promote physical activity as part of a range of measures to tackle
Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) has combined social media posts and machine learning
Fitness operator Gold's Gym International has parted ways with master franchisee Al Ahli Holding Group,
A new interactive map charting physical activity among children in England reveals that more than
Patients from low-income backgrounds should be prescribed fitness trackers on the NHS, in order to
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Latest news

Health and social care secretary Matt Hancock has launched a review into the NHS Health
ukactive has begun a search for two additional members to join its board of directors.
Boutique fitness franchise Spenga has opened two new locations as it looks to ramp up
Fitness franchise Fit Body Boot Camp has revealed that it has more than 200 new
DW Fitness First has launched its new Kit & Collect service, aimed at increasing secondary
Teenagers' 'incessant' use of social media is radically reducing the time they spend sleeping and
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Wattbike has secured a deal to supply more than 30 Bupa Health Clinic sites across
German wellness operator Lanserhof has opened its first UK location at the historic Arts Club
Fitness franchise YourZone45 has concluded a second round of funding, as it prepares to expand
Leisure trust Active Nation has expanded its portfolio of budget gyms with the acquisition of
Thousands of people at risk of Type 2 diabetes will be given digital support –
New research has provided a possible explanation for the perceived decrease in endurance musculature as
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Ten Health and Fitness has opened its ninth studio in an office building in central
The backlash over billionaire Stephen Ross' fundraiser for Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign has overshadowed
Planet Fitness has reported a 29.3 per cent increase in revenue for the first half
Equinox and SoulCycle are facing a significant backlash from members after the Washington Post broke
Retro Fitness has appointed Andrew Alfano – a former senior vice president at coffee house
Franchised fitness giant Anytime Fitness has set out plans to open 25 new clubs in
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
A new initiative looks to deliver innovation in the healthy ageing market as part of
This year's ukactive National Summit will explore plans to shape the future of public health,
Fitness industry veterans Allan and Jonathan Fisher have completed a Series A capital investment deal
Franchised fitness company UFC Gym has revealed details of its first UK club. The 18,000sq
Bridges Fund Management has completed a deal to buy franchise gym operator, énergie Fitness. The
A new initiative has been launched to encourage more GP practices in the UK take
High-end fitness giant Equinox has ventured into the hotel market with the opening of its
Boom cycle has revealed plans to open its fifth London site this September. Located close
Digital wellness platform Mindbody has announced that actress and entrepreneur Kristen Bell will deliver a
Luxury health club operator The Athletic Club has acquired full-service fitness chain Prairie Life. Prairie
The ukactive board has named Huw Edwards as the not-for-profit body's permanent chief executive. Edwards,
Private equity firm North Castle Partners has taken a stake in at-home fitness and indoor
More Leisure Community Trust (MCLT) will open its first branded health club later this year.
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called on the new Prime Minister, Boris Johnson,
Corporate Fitness Works (CFW) has launched a new fitness club design division, responding to demand
Plans have been submitted for a new leisure centre as part of the wider regeneration
Germany-based LifeFit Group has added regional operator Smile X to its growing portfolio of fitness
The government will promote physical activity as part of a range of measures to tackle
Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) has combined social media posts and machine learning
Fitness operator Gold's Gym International has parted ways with master franchisee Al Ahli Holding Group,
A new interactive map charting physical activity among children in England reveals that more than
Patients from low-income backgrounds should be prescribed fitness trackers on the NHS, in order to
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Company profiles
Company profile: PSLT Ltd
PSLT offer a range of new and refurbished fitness equipment being the UK supplier of ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Myzone
Myzone is a global pioneer of Motivation Technology (MoTech), redefining fitness by turning behavioural science ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Elevate Arena press release: Elevate 2026 celebrates record attendance
Elevate’s 10th anniversary event has officially concluded after two lively days at Excel London, 17–18 June.
Featured press releases
Serco Leisure press release: Serco Leisure secures long term agreements with local authorities in Charnwood and Tunbridge Wells
Serco Leisure, in partnership with Leisure Solutions Community Trust (LSCT), is the new operator of six venues across Tunbridge Wells and Charnwood, further strengthening its growing national portfolio of community leisure services.
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Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
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21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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22-22 Oct 2026
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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